adrenergic
/ˌadrɪˈnəːdʒɪk
/adjective Physiology
Relating to or denoting nerve cells in which adrenaline, noradrenaline, or a similar substance acts as a neurotransmitter. Contrasted with cholinergic.Table 1 demonstrates the ability of these agents to block histaminic, adrenergic, and muscarinic receptors after being corrected for clinical dose....
- Activation of the adrenergic system triggers the release of catecholamines, which stimulate contractility, heart rate, and blood pressure.
- Neural tissue normally present within the thyroid includes both vasomotor fibers and adrenergic fibers.
Origin
1930s: from adrenaline + Greek ergon 'work' + -ic.
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